By Prime Minister Tigran Sargsyan’s decision, Armen Hairapetyan was appointed Deputy Minister of Diaspora of the Republic of Armenia.
Prime Minister Visits French Embassy
On the national holiday of the French Republic, Prime Minister Tigran Sargsyan visited the French embassy in Armenia to attend a gala reception. Congratulating embassy staff on behalf of the Armenian government, Tigran Sargsyan said the national holiday of France is an exceptional one which is marked not only in France, but also in other countries due to its great meaning. “The French holiday inspires progressive thinking people worldwide to fight for freedom, justice, equality and... more »
Account Taken of Greens’ Proposals
A cabinet sitting was held today, chaired by Prime Minister Tigran Sargsyan. The cabinet approved a program for preservation and maintenance of historical and architectural monuments in Khosrov public forest-reserve providing for the monitoring and restoration of over 300 such monuments available on the site. Prime Minister Tigran Sargsyan noted that the decision comes to quell the fears expressed by environmental organizations concerning the challenges faced in the protected zone.... more »
In accordance with a decree signed by Prime Minister Tigran Sargsyan, Abraham Bakhchagoulyan was appointed to be Head of State Food Security Service by the Ministry of Agriculture of the Republic of Armenia.
Prime Minister Hands Out Diplomas to YSU Economy Faculty Graduates
Prime Minister Tigran Sargsyan visited the Yerevan State University where he handed out graduation diplomas to some 80 holders of bachelor’s and master’s degrees from the faculty of economy. Congratulating the students on graduation, the head of the government stressed that graduates and alumni are the greatest credit to a university. The diploma handout ceremony was preceded by a lecture delivered by the head of government referred to as “Economic processes... more »
In accordance with a decree signed by Prime Minister Tigran Sargsyan, Grigory Grigoryan was relieved of the office of Head of State Food Security Service by the Ministry of Agriculture of the Republic of Armenia.
Meeting With Egmont Group Representatives
Prime Minister Tigran Sargsyan received a delegation from Egmont Group of financial investigation entities led by group president Budwin Verhelst. They are in Armenia to attend a plenary sitting of the organization due on July 11 – 15, 2011. Welcoming the guests, Prime Minister Tigran Sargsyan, stated in part: “I am glad that Egmont Group has decided to hold a regular sitting in Armenia. It is a great honor for us to host numerous country delegations from across the world to... more »
By Prime Minister Tigran Sargsyan’s decision, Hovhannes Hayrapetyan was appointed as Deputy Head of Agriculture Ministry’s State Food Security Service.
Prime Minister Welcomes Verkhovna Rada Speaker
Prime Minister Tigran Sargsyan received a delegation led by Ukrainian Verkhovna Rada Speaker Volodymyr Lytvyn. Welcoming the guests, the Prime Minister said to be highly appreciative of the current status of political dialog between the two countries. Tigran Sargsyan emphasized the importance of Volodymyr Lytvyn’s visit to Armenia in the context of strengthened Armenian-Ukrainian relations. Underscoring the need for full implementation of the existing cooperation potential, the... more »
Golden Apricot Yerevan 8th International Film Festival Kicks Off
Golden Apricot 8th international film festival kicked off at Yerevan’s “Moscow” cinema hall on July 10. The launch went off as planned notwithstanding a heavy rain. The guests walked into the hall along the symbolical red strip of carpet and the opening function started. The ceremony was attended by Prime Minister Tigran Sargsyan, Minister of Culture Hasmik Poghosyan, ambassadors accredited in Armenia, world-famous actors and actresses, filmmakers and others.... more »